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Since 2006, the ASPCA officially recognizes April as the month for raising awareness of animal cruelty and the need to put an end to it. The organization’s founder launched the ASPCA in April of 1866 after witnessing a driver beating a workhorse during a U.S. diplomatic trip to Russia.

Have you heard of “birding”? On May 8, people all over the world will be doing quite a lot of it! You may have done it yourself, even if you have never heard the term before.

If you are a pet owner, you already know about the joy animals can bring to your life. Pets provide you with companionship, affection and are usually much-loved and loyal members of the family, but how much do you know about pet statistics around the United States and the world? 

It is day 2 of National Pet Week, and the perfect time to talk about socialization! For a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted pet, socialization is a must. Fortunately, it is also fairly easy to accomplish. For best results, start early while your pet is still quite young, if possible.

One of the most unusual and loving creatures on the planet is the domestic cat. Although cats are affectionate, cat owners understand that the animal’s love is more subtle and difficult to measure than a canine.

Many pet owners do not realize that there are hundreds of pet skin conditions recognized in cats and dogs.  These may include allergies and auto-immune disease.

November 22 is Go for a Ride Day, which means it is time to get out and explore with your pet. Grab your pet and hit the road for cat and dog-friendly destinations where both of you can stretch your legs and satisfy the urge to go on an adventure.

Cats lived alongside humans for thousands of years before the slow process of domestication began developing about 12,000 years ago.

If you are a pet owner, then you may have a preference between dogs and cats. Each can bring you a great deal of joy and become an important part of your family, but did you know that cat and dog owners have as many personality differences as their pets?